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Elizabeth Nulf MacDonald Helps Speakers ‘Un-Sabotage’ Messages

I met Elizabeth Nulf MacDonald a few years ago through a mutual friend who was interested in communication skills. Elizabeth has interviewed me on her public access TV show which focuses on perfecting communication skills. She is an artist at what she does and it was a thrill to turn the tables and interview her.... Continue Reading →

Author Naomi Wiederkehr Writes to Bless Children

Naomi Wiedekehr is so busy I felt lucky getting her to sit down with me for an interview with Senior Living magazine. We met decades ago as members of the Fort Wayne Christian Writers Club. We talked often about our writing goals. I think it’s great that we’re both writing for children. She writes for... Continue Reading →

Make an Indonesian Weaving Project in 1 Hour

Weaving is not only fun hobby but in Indonesia it is part of the industry. Families may work on weaving projects for years and pass them on as family heirlooms. I’ve always loved to weave since I was a Girl Scout and we wove pot holders on little looms. So it was a delight to include... Continue Reading →

Not Guilty In God’s Eyes

Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. -- Romans 8:1 (NIV) I interviewed this man as part of my work in writing a newsletter for the Allen County (IN) Jail Chaplaincy. I’ve been blessed to be a part of this ministry for 10 years. The chaplains are so dedicated... Continue Reading →

Owner Loves Her 1958 Diamond Volkswagen

 Kathy Mohler of Bluffton, Indiana, likes Beetles. Specifically, she likes anything made by the Volkswagen Company 1957-1961. Mohler grew up in a family that worked on cars. She and her brother, Terry Webber, learned how to rebuild engines from watching their father, Don Webber, when the family lived in Fort Wayne. “I was my dad’s other... Continue Reading →

How-to Experience A Joyful Future, God-style

Are you being faced with a difficult future? Most of us experience this at some time. Some of the most difficult can be the loss of loved ones. The gal I write about below was a dear friend whom I miss. My family has also lost loved ones and I admit its painful. Still, I... Continue Reading →

Faith Crafts an Indonesian Rain Stick from Recipe and Craft Guide to Indonesia

My friend Faith made a rain stick using directions from my book, Recipe and Craft Guide to Indonesia (Mitchell Lane Publishing). It is a simple craft using a paper towel roll and markers to decorate the outside with crazy happy colors and designs. It just takes a couple of other household items to complete this fun... Continue Reading →

Ossian Church of the Nazarene Moves Into the Future

** In December 2012 the editor of the Bluffton News-Banner asked me to begin a weekly column of stories about churches in Wells County (IN). It’s been a delight talking with pastors from the 65 (yes 65!) churches in this county. Since talking with Pastor Bob Miller of the Ossian Church of the Nazarene, I’ve... Continue Reading →

Appearance Isn’t Everything

  Ps 48:1-8v. 2: It is beautiful in its loftiness, the joy of the whole earth.”      NIV             Photo by Dave Reusser He was born in an agricultural community and learned the trade of tinkering from his father. He led a dissolute life until given a Bible. The tinsmith devoured the contents and began preaching. In... Continue Reading →

Leave a Comment of Tribute about Jane Reusser

caption: My husband's favorite photo of his mom standing in her garden.Today is the anniversary date of my dear mother-in-law’s passing. I think she was the greatest mother-in-law in the world, especially as I’ve gotten older and learned to appreciate her role more. She had eight children and at her death they all mourned for... Continue Reading →

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